Fatalities in two separate accidents on I-57 at 159th Street near Markham, Chicago, according to Illinois State Police

Two fatal crashes occurred on I-57 in Chicago’s south suburbs, resulting in the deaths of two individuals, according to the Illinois State Police.

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On Wednesday night around 8:40 p.m., the initial crash took place on the northbound lanes of I-57 a little south of 159th Street, as reported by ISP.

Two cars were involved in the crash. ISP said at least one person died. No information regarding the victim was released.

Northbound lanes of I-57 were closed through the night until 4:40 a.m.

The second deadly crash happened on the southbound lanes of I-57 at 159th Street early Thursday.

ISP said the crash happened at about 1:35 a.m.

Three cars were involved in the crash, which officials said involved at least one fatality. No information regarding the victim was released.

Southbound lanes were closed but reopened at about 5:27 a.m.

All lanes of I-57 have reopened in both directions.